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Truckee (CA) Climate by Month

The climate in Truckee is marked by big temperature swings throughout the year. Temperatures range from warm during the warmest months to cold in the cooler months. It receives a reasonable amount of rain/snowfall. Now, let’s explore all the climate details to give you a full picture.

Average day and night temperature

In Truckee, temperatures differ significantly between summer and winter months. Average daytime temperatures reach a comfortable 28°C in July. In January, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a chilly 5°C. At night, expect cooler temperatures, averaging -8°C during this month.

The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year

Precipitation and rainy days

On average, Truckee receives a reasonable amount of rain/snowfall, with an annual precipitation of 636 mm. Truckee can be quite wet during December, receiving approximately 117 mm of precipitation over 14 snowy/rainy days. In contrast September, experiences much drier conditions, with 7.8 mm of rainfall, spread across 3 rainy days.

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow

Sunshine over the year

Truckee can be enjoyed more throughout the sunniest month of July under a blue sky, with approximately 14.1 hours of sunshine daily. In contrast, the city experiences much darker days in December, with only 6.2 hours of sunlight per day.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Data from: Reno, the United States of America (38 KM, 24 Miles).

Daily hours of sunshine

Data from: Reno, the United States of America (38 KM, 24 Miles).

The best time of year to visit Truckee in the United States of America

During the months of June and September you are most likely to experience good weather with pleasant average temperatures that fall between 20°C and 26°C.

Other facts from our historical weather data:
  • Does Truckee have a dry season?
    Yes, the months of June, July, August and September are very dry.
  • Which is the warmest month in Truckee?
    July has an average maximum temperature of 28°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Truckee?
    The coldest month is December with an average maximum temperature of 5°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Truckee?
    December tops the wettest month list with 117 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Truckee?
    September is the driest month with 8 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Truckee?
    July is the sunniest month with an average of 424 hours of sunshine.

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    Forecast for Truckee (CA)

    Sat   Nov 23
    5°C | -2°C
    SW 25 km/h
    12 mm
    overcast and heavy rain

    overcast and heavy rain

    Sun   Nov 24
    4°C | -4°C
    SW 14 km/h
    almost clear and no rain

    almost clear and no rain

    Mon   Nov 25
    6°C | -2°C
    SW 18 km/h
    4.5 mm
    overcast and rain

    overcast and rain